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Maintenance Manager

Houston, TX (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8255+Tewantin+Dr+Houston+TX+USA+77061)

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Join the Fresh Revolution with F&S Fresh Foods!

Headquartered in Vineland, NJ, F&S Fresh Foods is leading the way in fresh-cut fruit, vegetables, and meal solutions distribution. With the recent acquisition of five additional state-of-the-art facilities strategically located across the U.S., we now deliver to customers across the United States and Canada —every single day!

For over 40 years, we’ve been redefining production and safety processes, building strong partnerships, and creating endless possibilities for our diverse customers—from restaurants and supermarket prepared food operations to convenience store chains and beyond. At F&S, we are fueling families with nutrition, innovation, and convenience, turning meals into memorable moments. By combining cutting-edge technology, deep-rooted customer relationships, and operational excellence, we are shaping the future of fresh—from farm to family.

We’re not just about food; we’re about people. Recognized as a Great Place to Work for three consecutive years, our team of 2,100+ full-time employees drive our culture forward by living our values every day.

If you’re ready to be part of a company that values innovation, excellence, and community impact, join us as we embrace our next exciting chapter of growth. Together, we’re planting the seeds of progress and nourishing a fresh, healthy future for everyone!

If you’re ready to be part of a company that values innovation, excellence, and community impact, join us as we embrace our next exciting chapter of growth. Together, we’re planting the seeds of progress and nourishing a fresh, healthy future for everyone!

Grow Your Career as aMaintenance Manager in Houston Tx: Join our Team and Harvest Success!

Position Overview:

The Maintenance Manager position is located in Houston Texas; you will use your skills to support Manufacturing or Distribution and Packing Operations. Responsible to manage the Maintenance staff and ensure all goals, procedures, safe maintenance, and repair of machinery, building services and fixtures for the entire facility. Maintenance is done in preventative and repair format as well as new equipment installations or modifications. Must have working knowledge of local, State and Federal regulatory compliance, as well as Experience with Ammonia Systems.

Routinely services based on business needs, work orders or services equipment common to the operations related to installation, maintenance and repair of conveyors, bagging machines, automated packaging, and distribution equipment. Responsible for team repairs and general maintenance of varied equipment used to pack, bag, cut, slice, wash, and other material handling equipment. Demonstrates knowledge and experience with pneumatic systems, and compressors, and other devices throughout the building. Building maintenance common to the trades may be included periodically. Works in a continuous improvement environment and mentor junior technicians to grow in their roles.

Requirements

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

At this level the Manager has extensive knowledge of a broad scope to guide and manage a team of maintenance Technicians in multiple trades that may include working in multiple maintenance trades such as hydraulics, plumbing, refrigeration, electrical, fabrication, and welding. Regularly applies advanced working knowledge of technical food manufacturing equipment and varied fields of specialization. Exercises general application of principles, theories, and concepts, and proposes a course of action. Performs advance shop floor competencies.

Job Description:

+ Manages the Maintenance department and team members within their regular duties to include preventive maintenance routines, troubleshooting and repairs of equipment, documenting information, supply and parts needs, proper waste and disposal and ammonia checks.

+ Works within a defined budget related to maintenance, repair, assembly, preventive maintenance, etc. involving a wide variety of equipment and building trades related tasks.

+ Responsible with the Manager for the supervision, planning, organizing, and directing of maintenance activities and employee placement, training, and development. Schedules for staff based upon business needs.

+ Will interview, recommend hires and promotions, develop and train team members, evaluate performance, advocate, support and communicate team activities, coach, counsel, and discipline team members.

+ Works within established manufacturing procedures to achieve efficiency, quality, and optimum production objectives. Repairs of mechanical equipment and system controls. Applies mechanical expertise in determining work methods and procedures for producing quality products.

+ Receives work order/request, reviews to determine tool, equipment, time, manpower, parts, and supplies requirements, and schedules its accomplishment.

+ Performs preventive and predictive maintenance schedules on mechanical equipment such as pumps, motors, compressors, exhaust fans, blowers, and electrical controls.

+ Observes mechanical devices in operation, listens to their sounds and troubleshoots equipment to locate causes of trouble. Oversees and assists in the installation of new plant equipment.

+ Maintains and services a range of building equipment such as HVAC, lighting, water, and sewer, etc.

+ Interprets blueprints, sketches, layouts, wiring diagrams, drawings, and specifications.

+ May oversee the dismantling of equipment and devices to gain access to and remove defective parts. Examines form and texture of parts to detect imperfections.

+ Ensures compliance with regulatory agencies such as CARB, AQMD, CHP, DOT, OSHA, Storm Water District, Cal Fire, local code enforcement

+ Starts devices to test their performance and runs packaging and product for testing purposes.

+ Inspects used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements. Contains cost by conserving used equipment and supplies when able.

+ Trouble shoot issues and repair failures, removing, replacing, assembling, and installing parts and components involving sheet metal, frames, suspension, electrical, hydraulic, transport refrigeration, tires, wheels, bearings, coupling units, and painting.

+ Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments.

+ Operates shop tools, equipment, and as many machines related to maintenance as skill level will permit

+ Repairs or replaces defective parts.

+ Installs special functional and structural parts in devices.

+ Responsible to ensure team completes routine preventive maintenance duties with accurate documentation.

+ Computer literacy to complete and update work orders, reports, invoices, and to research information.

+ Promote a safe working environment by following all safety procedures. May complete routine inspections, research vendors or parts, and participate in audits as needed.

+ Routinely communicates with the Maintenance and Operations teams on a wide variety of topics.

+ Performs other duties as needed.

Basic Qualifications

+ 2 + years’ experience in a Maintenance Lead, Supervisor or Managerial capacity

+ 3+ years of related Maintenance Technician/ Mechanical repair work in a related industry with 1 or more years managing a team of employees

+ Must have a high school diploma or equivalent education

+ An Associates or higher degree, vocational education, apprenticeship program, certificates or training related to the trades, mechanics or engineering is preferred

+ 2+ years of experience with automated conveyor systems, motor controls, the repair of material handling equipment, electro/mechanical equipment and principles

+ Experience conducting predictive and preventative maintenance procedures

+ 1+ year of blueprint and electrical schematic reading

+ Experience with a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and Ability to utilize Microsoft office to create correspondence, spreadsheets and reports

+ Required to apply advanced working knowledge of technical field/area of specialization. Exercises general application of principles, theories, and concepts, and proposes a course of action. Performs advance shop floor competencies.

+ Experience managing work orders, costs, labor, and materials with regular reporting requirements

+ Experience working in a chilled food factory or related environment is preferred

+ Experience working with Ammonia, Wastewater, and conservation programs helpful

+ Good knowledge and understanding of Safe work practices common to the trades

+ Bilingual (Spanish / English) preferred

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

+ Knowledge of applying common mechanical processes, conveyer systems, procedures, and repairs commonly to food manufacturing equipment

+ Basic knowledge of mechanical/electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems

+ Basic mechanical knowledge of AC/DC powered forklifts and pallet jacks

+ Basic knowledge of all aspects of facility maintenance with the ability to perform minor repairs for multiple trades with competency and proficiency

+ Ability to work in a cold/ damp environment for extended periods

+ An understanding of lean manufacturing principles and key Performance Indicators (KPI’s)

+ Must be able to source parts for all necessary repairs

+ Must have strong interpersonal and employee relation skills

+ Ability to read, comprehend and speak professionally with team members

+ Must have basic mathematical skills

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this Job work is primarily performed in a chilled environment or maintenance shop. Regularly required to stand, walk, squat, stoop, bend, reach, talk or hear. Required to use hands and fingers finger, handle, lift, feel, push, or pull objects. Exerts up to 50 lbs of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs of force frequently. Often required to lift and carry 10 lbs force constantly to move objects. Exposed to chilled or warm temperatures within the operation. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Why Join F&S Fresh Foods?

Our Values:

As we continue to grow and provide leading edge products to our customers, we understand hiring the right people and treating them well is critical to our success. Everything we do starts with our values. These are the beliefs that we share and that strengthen our team. Our values shape our thoughts and actions every day. At F&Sits Always FRESH and Always FUN!

Find the most positive path.

Respond swiftly, accurately, and nimbly.

Earn trust by sharing, helping, and keeping promises.

Serve up safety.

Have each other’s backs.

F&S Offers:

We are proud to provide a comprehensive benefits program focused on your total well-being.

+ Competitive compensation package

+ A robust health and welfare benefits package that includes Life, Health, Dental, Vision

+ The opportunity to plan for the future with a strong 401(K) including company match!

+ Time to recharge with Paid Time Off annually + Paid Holidays

+ Career Advancement opportunities and Tuition Assistance to help you achieve your goals and continue your career growth.

F&S is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Join us in shaping the future of F&S Fresh Foods!